Newton, Iowa vs. Washington, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Washington, Iowa is 3.8% more expensive than Newton, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $51,882 in Washington, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Newton, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Washington, Iowa is more expensive than Newton, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
3% more expensive in Washington
than in Newton, Iowa
Newton, IA vs. Washington, IA
Compared to Newton, Washington is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  3.8% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  0.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  21.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.5% lower
  Commute
  1.0% higher
  Health
  13.5% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  0.2% lower